To collect surplus food for use in our projects
The role will involve driving to a local store/s in the St. Helen Auckland/Tindale Crescent area, collecting food and delivering to our LCBC Community Hub, based in St. Helen Auckland, or registered business address in Bishop Auckland. There is also an opportunity to deliver foods to a local nursery.
Drivers would need their own transport and have a full clean licence. Vehicle insurance should show business use (this should be free to add).
The work does involve some lifting so physically, volunteers must be able to do this.
We do expect volunteers to be courteous and non-judgemental as a representative of our organisation.
They will also need to demonstrate commitment, reliability and consistency.
The role can involve 1 collection a week or more during the daytime.
Days include:
Mondays, 8.00 - 9.30am and 12noon to deliver to a local nursery
Tuesdays, 8.00 - 10.00am
Wednesdays, 8.00am - 10am
Thursdays, 8.00am - 10.00am
Saturdays, 8.00 - 10.am
Sundays, 9.30am - 12noon
Due to the location of the stores and base, the role is suited for those who reside in the Bishop Auckland area.
Induction
Ongoing support
Out of pocket expenses (covering travel within the Bishop Auckland area)
The chance to meet new people
Boosting social skills
Gaining new skills and experience (can be included on CV)
Promoting positive mental health
Being part of a family like team
Being valued for one's qualities
Building confidence and self esteem
Supporting a grassroots community project helping to make a difference to others
Promoting a project that actively reduces carbon emissions through the reduction of food waste
